MORE INFORMATION: This kit/model brings to you an "N" 1/160 scale version of a vessel that would have been used around 1900 but common around 1930 and up using an internal combustion engine.These boats can still be found in operation today. The sardine/coastal freight carrier is a well built vessel that was used to transport sardines from point of capture to the processing and canning plants along the coast of Maine. Vessel sizes varied from approx. 60 ' with 13' beams too 80 ' and 17 ' beams. You may prefer to use it as a coastal cargo vessel along the east and west coast or perhaps work it into a dragger . Many possibilities! This model can be used as "Stand Alone" model or as a fine addition to your "N" scale layout. It is a highly detailed kit that was designed to be as close to the prototype as possible. It is an extremely easy kit to assemble and paint.